1816
Premiere
Gioachino Rossini’s opera "Il barbiere di Siviglia" received its world premiere at the Teatro Argentina in Rome.
February 20 — On This Day in Opera
This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on February 20, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.
Premieres & milestones
1942
Premiere
Gian Carlo Menotti’s opera "The Island God" was first performed at the Metropolitan Opera in New York.
Births & deaths
1874
Born
The Scottish soprano Mary Garden was born in Aberdeen (later renowned for major roles in French opera, including Debussy’s "Pelléas et Mélisande").
1908
Born
American soprano Ruby Elzy was born (best known for creating the role of Serena in Gershwin’s "Porgy and Bess").
2019
Died
American composer Dominick Argento died (noted for operas including "Postcard from Morocco" and "The Aspern Papers").
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